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Axis Sports Medicine Specialists

Private Service Orthopaedics

Description

** Covid-19 ** The team at Axis are still operating throughout Level 3 but will be conducting our consultations via Telehealth (telephone or video conference), so patients can stay at home, but continue to receive care from the Axis team. We are continuing to accept new patients during this period. For more information on how to refer during this time visit: Covid-19 for Referrers. 

The Sport and Exercise Physicians at Axis Sports Medicine Specialists specialise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of sports injuries and musculoskeletal problems. We provide a thorough and reputable service managing sport and exercise-related medical concerns for a wide range of active individuals from professional, elite and recreational athletes, sports people and dancers.

Our team of specialists are Fellows of the Australasian College of Sport and Exercise Physicians (FACSEP) and work closely with High Performance Sport NZ, Sport NZ, ACC and a number of Universities. We also work across a wide range of elite level sports and sporting bodies. Our clinical practice provides a collaborative approach to the treatment of sports injuries and illness as we work within a multidisciplinary unit of health professionals.

Axis Sports Medicine Specialists provide a comprehensive service that includes the following:

  • Diagnosis and treatment of the patient’s presenting symptoms,
  • An assessment of any existing chronic medical problems and their treatment,
  • Education about the diagnosed condition and the possible management strategies,
  • Individualised exercise prescription,
  • Access to allied health professionals as needed – including physiotherapy, nutrition, massage therapy and podiatry,
  • Clinical examination.

What is Sport and Exercise Medicine?

Axis Sports Medicine Specialists are sport and exercise physicians who are trained to use physical activity as a treatment strategy (“exercise as medicine”). Sport and exercise physicians are also trained to optimise the management of medical conditions that impact on exercise. Examples of these are diabetes, cardiac problems and asthma.

For more information about the specialty see here: Australasian College of Sport and Exercise Physicians.

Our Team

Currently there are 28 sport and exercise physicians in New Zealand. Our organisation has ten physicians, seven registrars, 2 orthopaedic surgeons, a dietitian, a clinical exercise physiologist and a vestibular physiotherapist. Registrars are fully qualified doctors who are part way through the four year advanced training programme. 

Our Sport and Exercise Physicians:

Our Sport and Exercise Registrars:

Our Orthopaedic Surgeons:

Our Concussion Clinic Team:

Our Dietitian:

Consultants

Note: Please note below that some people are not available at all locations.

  • Dr Sarah Beable

    Sport and Exercise Physician

    Available at all locations.

  • Dr Tony Edwards

    Sport and Exercise Physician

    Available at 261 Morrin Road, Saint Johns, Auckland, Northern Clinic - Southern Cross North Harbour Campus, 212 Wairau Road, Wairau Valley, Auckland

  • Mr Robert Elliott

    Orthopaedic Surgeon

    Available at Northern Clinic - Southern Cross North Harbour Campus, 212 Wairau Road, Wairau Valley, Auckland

  • Dr Dan Exeter

    Sport and Exercise Physician

    Available at Northern Clinic - Southern Cross North Harbour Campus, 212 Wairau Road, Wairau Valley, Auckland

  • Dr Mark Fulcher

    Sport and Exercise Physician

    Available at Northern Clinic - Southern Cross North Harbour Campus, 212 Wairau Road, Wairau Valley, Auckland

  • Dr Chris Hanna

    Sport and Exercise Physician

    Available at 261 Morrin Road, Saint Johns, Auckland

  • Dr Simon Kim

    Sport and Exercise Physician

    Available at 261 Morrin Road, Saint Johns, Auckland

  • Dr James McGarvey

    Sport and Exercise Physician

    Available at 261 Morrin Road, Saint Johns, Auckland

  • Dr Craig Panther

    Sport and Exercise Physician

    Available at Northern Clinic - Southern Cross North Harbour Campus, 212 Wairau Road, Wairau Valley, Auckland

  • Dr Graham Paterson

    Sport and Exercise Physician

    Available at 261 Morrin Road, Saint Johns, Auckland

  • Mr Eric Swanton

    Orthopaedic Surgeon

    Available at Northern Clinic - Southern Cross North Harbour Campus, 212 Wairau Road, Wairau Valley, Auckland

  • Dr Noah Whitehead

    Sport and Exercise Physician

    Available at 261 Morrin Road, Saint Johns, Auckland

  • Mr Simon Young

    Orthopaedic Surgeon

    Available at Northern Clinic - Southern Cross North Harbour Campus, 212 Wairau Road, Wairau Valley, Auckland

Referral Expectations

As with any specialists, Sport and Exercise Physicians and Orthopaedic Surgeons can only see patients who have been referred by other health practitioners. Usually this will be your general practitioner, accident and medical centre doctor, or physiotherapist. However, podiatrists, chiropractors, osteopaths, nurse practitioners, and other specialists can also provide referrals. If you do not have a referral then you may see one of the Registrars, for either an ACC injury or a non accident related injury or illness.

Procedures / Treatments

  • Concussion Clinic

    Our Concussion Clinic is ACC funded and free of charge for sports related concussion only.… More

  • Osteoarthritis Clinic

    Our clinic brings together a range of medical and health specialists to provide a comprehensive osteoarthritis treatment plan that looks at non-surgical options to improve your condition.… More

  • Exercise Medicine Clinic

    Most chronic diseases are rooted in – or even caused by – a lack of physical activity.… More

  • Acute Knee Clinic

    Our Sport and Exercise Medicine Physicians hold an acute knee clinic every week at each of our clinic locations.… More

  • Tendon & Ligament Treatment

    Overuse or overloading of a tendon or ligament can cause an accumulation of tearing, creating pain.… More

  • Injury Treatment & Management

    Our comprehensive consultation service is specific to sport and exercise-related injuries and illnesses and includes the following:… More

  • Performance

    Our team can help athletes achieve their performance goals. Our specialists support athletes using an athlete-centred, multi-disciplinary approach.… More

  • Team Care & Event Management

    The team at Axis have vast experience in sport governance, event planning and tournament and team care.… More

  • Further Patient Information

    Click here for information about the various treatments and programmes that may be recommended by our specialists. More

Charges

We are an ACC registered and accredited practice.

Our services are covered by some health insurance policies. We recommend that you check with your private medical insurer with regard to the full extent of your cover. 

Public Transport

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Parking

Parking is provided for patients at all our clinic locations.

Website

www.axissportsmedicine.co.nz

Contact Details

261 Morrin Road, Saint Johns, Auckland

Central Auckland

Our opening hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday to Friday.

For all referrals please email: referrals@axissportsmedicine.co.nz

261 Morrin Road
Building 730
Saint Johns
Auckland 1072

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261 Morrin Road
Building 730
Saint Johns
Auckland 1072

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This page was last updated at 3:53PM on October 19, 2020. This information is reviewed and edited by Axis Sports Medicine Specialists.